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TRACKS Tertiary Preparation Program

Why study the TRACKS Tertiary Preparation Program at UNE?

TRACKS is a tertiary preparation program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who would like to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to undertake undergraduate studies at UNE. The TRACKS Tertiary Preparation Program offers flexible learning and first-hand experience in university study. The TRACKS program has been developed to provide students with an opportunity to access and explore tertiary education and to make informed choices about the future direction of their education. Students can draw upon their own experiences and values while developing skills needed in a successful tertiary career.

Although all eligible domestic students are exempt from the student contribution amount for HECS, on-campus students are still liable for the Student Services and Amenities Fee. Eligible on-campus students may apply for SA-HELP with regard to the Student Services and Amenities Fee.

ITAS (Indigenous Tutorial Assistance Scheme) tutorial support is available for students enrolled in an undergraduate unit in the second teaching period. Please note that ITAS is not available for study in the TRAX units. Please contact the Oorala Aboriginal Centre for more information.

Mandatory Intensive Schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the TRACKS tertiary preparation program will be open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates:

(a) who are not admissible to a course and who intend to seek admission to an undergraduate course; or

(b) who state that completion of this enabling course will make them better qualified to undertake an undergraduate degree and who intend to seek admission to an undergraduate degree; or

(c) who have unsuccessfully attempted an undergraduate course previously and who state that completion of this enabling course will make them better qualified to undertake an undergraduate course.

Additional Requirements

Candidates must attend a compulsory 3-day pre-orientation program on-campus in Armidale, unless an exemption is granted by Course Coordinator prior to commencement of the program. There is no cost to students associated with the pre-orientation.

Scholarships

Information about applying for scholarships can be obtained from Oorala Aboriginal Centre or UNE Scholarships Office. Scholarships for TRACKS students include:

Indigenous Access Scholarship - offered in each round first to commencing students and then to continuing students

Commonwealth Education Costs Scholarship-Indigenous Enabling

Commonwealth Accommodation Scholarship-Indigenous Enabling (for on campus study if you have to relocate from a regional or remote area to attend university)

Apply online through UAC: http://www.uac.edu.au/equity.

Further Information

To find out more about the TRACKS program contact the Oorala Aboriginal Centre on (02) 6773 3034 or go to
AskUNE

These course rules & plans are ONLY to be used if you commenced, transferred or changed versions in
the TRACKS Tertiary Preparation Program in 2016.

Admission to Candidature

Admission to the TRACKS tertiary preparation program will be open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates:(a) who are not admissible to a course and who intend to seek admission to an undergraduate course; or(b) who state that completion of this enabling course will make them better qualified to undertake an undergraduate degree and who intend to seek admission to an undergraduate degree; or(c) who have unsuccessfully attempted an undergraduate course previously and who state that completion of this enabling course will make them better qualified to undertake an undergraduate course.

Period of Candidature

The period of candidature shall be: (a) one year as a full-time candidate; (b) up to four years as a part-time candidate.

Course Requirements

To complete the TRACKS course and qualify for admission to an undergraduate course candidates shall satisfactorily complete a program of study comprising five TRAX units (total of 30 credit points) listed in the Program of Study and: (a) attempt one undergraduate unit listed in the Program of Study; and (b) satisfy all requirements as set out by the course coordinator, including attendance at all mandatory intensive schools.

A maximum of 18 credit points may be taken in a trimester.

Program of Study

Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:

identify significant policies and the impact they have had on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people;

use relevant Information and Communication technology to access, record and act on information from varied sources appropriate to subject disciplines and to move across subject disciplines to develop new expertise;

apply literacy, numeracy and communication skills to assessments used in university courses, including analytical thinking to solve problems; and

make an informed choice about their plans for undergraduate study.

Graduate Attributes

Knowledge of a Discipline

Students will possess foundational knowledge across a range of learning areas and some specialist discipline or technical knowledge.

Communication Skills

Students will demonstrate literacy, numeracy and communication skills to present knowledge and ideas to others.

Global Perspectives

Students will possess a global perspective (both national and international) on the impact of significant policies on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.

Information Literacy

Students will demonstrate information communication technologies skills to access, record and act on information from varied sources appropriate to subject disciplines and to move across subject disciplines to develop new expertise.

Life-Long Learning

Students will possess knowledge, skills and values for diverse pathways to further learning, work and effective participation in civic life, as well as foundational knowledge across a range of learning areas and some specialist discipline or technical knowledge.

Problem Solving

Students will solve problems, and use flexible and analytical thinking.

Social Responsibility

Students demonstrate understanding and practice of the highest standards of ethical behaviour associated with their discipline or profession, including an appreciation of own ethical responsibilities towards colleagues, research subjects, the wider community and the environment.

Team Work

Students take responsibility for personal and team outcomes within defined parameters.

The University of New England respects and acknowledges that its people, programs and facilities are built on land, and surrounded by a sense of belonging, both ancient and contemporary, of the world's oldest living culture. In doing so, UNE values and respects Indigenous knowledge systems as a vital part of the knowledge capital of Australia.